Chicken Fajita Delight
Serves 2
What you'll need:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms (240 g), sliced
- 1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa (340 g)
- 1/4 cup salsa (65 g)
Nutritional info:
- Calories: 1139
- Total Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 143mg
- Sodium: 942mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 104g
- Dietary Fiber: 15g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 87g
Preparation:
- Coat the chicken breasts with fajita seasoning and let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned, approximately 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced mushrooms, season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked quinoa with divided salsa.
- Warm tortillas if desired.
- Assemble fajitas by placing chicken and mushrooms on top of quinoa and salsa in the tortillas.
- Serve and enjoy!
Additional Suggestions
- Add diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet with the mushrooms for an extra boost of flavor.
- Top with avocado, fresh cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream for added texture and taste.
- For a spicy kick, add a squeeze of hot sauce or sprinkle on some crushed red pepper flakes.
This recipe can be easily adapted to include other proteins or vegetables, so feel free to get creative! If you have any other ingredients or preferences, feel free to share, and I'll help you find a suitable replacement or modification. Bon appétit!
